Victoria Alcock

Victoria Alcock (born 13 May 1968 in London, England) is an English actress whose career has blossomed since the early 1990s, establishing her as a familiar face on British television. Her breakout role came as the resilient inmate Julie Saunders in the long‑running prison drama Bad Girls, a character she inhabited through all eight series, earning her a devoted fan base and cementing her reputation for delivering gritty, emotionally resonant performances. Beyond the walls of Larkhall Prison, Alcock showcased her versatility in period pieces such as The House of Eliott, where she portrayed Agnes Clarke, and later stepped into the world of the iconic soap EastEnders as Lorraine Stevens (née Salter), the troubled mother of Mandy Salter, a role that re‑introduced her to a new generation of viewers in 2012. Her science‑fiction credentials include a memorable turn as Angela Whittaker in the 2009 Doctor Who Easter Special “Planet of the Dead,” sharing screen time with the Tenth Doctor played by David Tennant, as well as an audio‑drama performance opposite the Sixth Doctor in the Doctor Who Lost Story Power Play, where she played activist Marion Tudor. In recent years Alcock has become a staple of contemporary comedy, appearing as Carol across all five series of the BAFTA‑winning mockumentary People Just Do Nothing, delivering sharp wit as dinner lady Val in ITV’s Changing Ends, and embodying Sue in Sky’s sitcom Mr Bigstuff, where she worked alongside Danny Dyer and Ryan Sampson. Her extensive filmography reflects a steady commitment to diverse storytelling, ranging from drama to comedy, and from television to audio productions. Outside of her professional life, Alcock is married to Nic Goodey, and while she keeps her family life private, her enduring presence on screen continues to inspire both fans and fellow performers alike.